About Balidan Vedi (Humphrygunj Martyrs Memorial)
Balidan Vedi, also known as Humphrygunj Martyrs Memorial, is a war memorial located at Humphrygunj in South Andaman, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, about 15 km from Port Blair. It commemorates 44 members of the Indian Independence League executed on 30 January 1944 during the Japanese occupation. The memorial features a white pillar and commemorative plaques set in a quiet landscaped enclosure, serving as a solemn tribute to the martyrs and a site of remembrance for visitors.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a small, open-air memorial complex set in a quiet, landscaped area at Humphrygunj. The central feature is a white memorial pillar with commemorative plaques listing the names of the martyrs, surrounded by a fenced enclosure and garden. The site is peaceful and uncrowded, suitable for brief sightseeing, photography and paying respects. There are no large museum buildings, and the surroundings are rural with road access and nearby villages.
Key highlights
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Central white memorial pillar dedicated to 44 martyrs of 1944
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Commemorative plaques with names and historical inscription
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Quiet landscaped enclosure suitable for remembrance and photography
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Historical site linked to World War II period in the Andaman Islands